Inventing the Future: A Surgeon’s Guide to Medical Product Development Sunday, October 12 Sun, Oct 12 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. CDT
Plastic surgeons are uniquely positioned to identify clinical gaps and develop novel solutions through product innovation. This session explores the pathway from concept to commercialization, offering guidance on how to navigate intellectual property, prototyping, funding, and regulatory considerations. Attendees will hear from surgeon-inventors and industry experts who will share practical strategies for transforming everyday clinical insights into impactful medical devices, tools, or consumer products.
Upon completion of this learning activity, participants should be able to:
- Describe the stages of product development relevant to medical and aesthetic innovations.
- Identify key considerations in securing intellectual property rights and navigating regulatory pathways.
- Evaluate business models and partnership opportunities for funding and commercializing surgical or patient care innovations.
Accreditation: The American Society of Plastic Surgeons® (ASPS) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Designation: The ASPS designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
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